Waymo, an Alphabet subsidiary, is seeking a permit to operate self-driving cars in Manhattan with a trained specialist behind the wheel. The current operation in New York City is a test phase, not yet serving customers, as fully autonomous operation without a driver is currently illegal in the state.

Waymo announced plans Wednesday to bring its autonomous cars to New York City streets starting next month, but humans will be behind the steering wheel.

Waymo is bringing autonomous cars back to New York City for tests, with the hopes of eventually offering a paid ride-hailing service.

New York City Comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was released from federal custody Tuesday afternoon, hours after he was arrested by officers at immigration court in Manhattan after he tried to escort a migrant whom officers were attempting to arrest.